This book, first published in 1952 by Holder & Stoughton in London, offers a glimpse into the literary style and themes of its time. It reflects the cultural and societal context of the early 1950s, showcasing the author's unique perspective and storytelling techniques. Readers can expect a blend of historical significance and engaging narrative that captures the essence of the era.
Michael Gilbert Books
- Michael Gilbert







The Day of the Ness
- 102 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A ten-year-old boy named Hal receives a desperate call for help from timid space aliens imprisoned by the villainous Ness. Teaming up with his cat Susie and a group of small aliens, including the clever Think-Think, Hal devises a clever plan to thwart Ness's sinister scheme for world domination. The story combines adventure and teamwork as they work together to overcome obstacles and save their new friends.
Franklins Youngest Detective: The Search for the Town's Mayor
- 46 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Lucy is Franklin's youngest detective and like all good detectives she is always ready for any big mystery to come her way. Including the town's missing mayor. Whereas some towns people say he just packed up and left others speak of only his ghost but for our young detective Lucy no search is too big and no adventure too small. Now hold on for the ride as America's new favorite girl detective brings her daring discoveries straight to your own home.
Novels by Doyle, Maugham, Charteris, MacDonald, Gardner, Woolrick, and Fleming deal with spies and secret agents in World Wars I and II and the cold war


